We all understand that a prosecutor's office's task is to convict the guilty and see that they are held accountable. But it is just as important—maybe even more important—to make sure that the innocent are not wrongly punished.
This week, after receiving new information from a criminal defense attorney and hearing concerns from members of the community, we acted without delay.
A prosecutor and two Criminal Investigation Division investigators immediately set aside their other work and began a new investigation into the nonfatal shooting at OutMemphis on May 5.
At the time, Alton Tyler had been identified by two witnesses as the shooter and was in custody. Within 24 hours, our team had re-interviewed witnesses, located additional witnesses, identified a different suspect, and secured Mr. Tyler's release.
Doing justice means following the facts wherever they lead. When credible new information comes to light, we have a responsibility to act swiftly, thoroughly, and fairly. That is exactly what happened here, and it is the standard we will continue to uphold.
Defendant Ordered Held Without Bond in Murder of 3-Year-Old Son: Chief Prosecutors Monica Timmerman and Eric Christensen successfully handled the bond hearing for Saul Martinez, who is charged with First-Degree Murder, First-Degree Murder in the Perpetration of Aggravated Child Abuse, Aggravated Child Abuse, Abuse of a Corpse, and Tampering with Evidence in connection with the death of his 3-year-old son. Following the hearing, the court revoked Martinez's bond and ordered that he be held without bond.
During the hearing, the defense requested a $150,000 bond. After hearing the State's arguments, Judge Johnson agreed with prosecutors and ordered Martinez to remain in custody without bond. The case stems from the death of 3-year-old Joseph Martinez. Prosecutors allege Martinez killed the child and later concealed his body.
Chief Prosecutors Monica Timmerman & Eric Christensen handled the hearing.
Defendant Pleads Guilty to Second-Degree Murder and Aggravated Robbery: Deangelo Miller pleaded guilty on July 24 in two criminal cases. He received an out-of-range sentence of 26 years at 100% for Second-Degree Murder and eight years at 85% for Aggravated Robbery, to be served concurrently. Miller had been scheduled to stand trial with co-defendant Kenneth Malone on August 17, 2026, where he faced First-Degree Murder and Aggravated Robbery charges. Assistant District Attorney Alexander Stephenson handled the prosecution.
The case stems from the November 27, 2024 shooting death of Gary Keefer Jr. in Riverside. Prosecutors alleged Miller and Malone arranged a drug transaction through Facebook before meeting the victim on West Burdock Avenue. During the encounter, the defendants attempted to rob Keefer, and after a struggle over a bag, Keefer was shot. Keefer drove away from the scene before crashing into a utility pole, where he was pronounced dead. Investigators identified Miller and Malone through CrimeStoppers tips, social media evidence, and witness identification.
ADA Alexander Stephenson handled the case.
Defendant Ordered Held Without Bond in First-Degree Murder and Robbery Case: Assistant District Attorney Dan Buchanan successfully handled the bond hearing for Roy Bills, who is charged with First-Degree Murder, First-Degree Murder in the Perpetration of a Robbery, and Employing a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony. Following the hearing, the court ordered Bills to be held without bond. The case is set for a preliminary hearing on August 13, 2026.
At the hearing, Buchanan argued that Bills posed both a flight risk and a danger to the community. The State presented surveillance video of the shooting, evidence that Bills confessed during a police interview, and emphasized the seriousness of the charges, which carry a potential life sentence if convicted.
The case stems from the fatal shooting of Devin Edwards behind Pursuit of God Church in the 3700 block of North Watkins in Frayser. Prosecutors allege surveillance video captured Bills walking with Edwards before shooting him in the back and taking a handgun from the victim. Investigators later recovered clothing matching the surveillance footage, a handgun during a search of Bills' residence, and obtained a confession in which Bills admitted to the shooting and robbery.
ADA Dan Buchanan handled the hearing.
Defendant Pleads Guilty to Aggravated Assault, Sentenced to Eight Years: Kylan Sibley pleaded guilty to Aggravated Assault and received an eight-year sentence to be served at 100% after the State successfully opposed a defense motion to suppress evidence obtained during a warrantless search. Assistant District Attorneys Leslie Fouche and Bryan Starnes handled the case.
The case stems from a January 2023 domestic dispute in which Sibley fired shots into the home of his former girlfriend. Several people, including three juveniles, were inside the residence at the time of the incident, but no one was injured.
ADAs Leslie Fouche & Bryan Starnes handled the case.
DA Mulroy Discusses Criminal Justice Efforts on WLOK Radio
 DA Mulroy recently joined Art Gilliam and Chip Washington on WLOK Radio for a community conversation about the work of the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office.
During the interview, DA Mulroy discussed efforts to improve the efficiency of the criminal justice process, updates on the federal task force, and answered questions from callers on issues impacting the Memphis community.
DA Mulroy and Public Defender Green Discuss Criminal Justice Efforts with Memphis Bar Association
 DA Mulroy and Public Defender Jerri Green recently spoke to the Memphis Bar Association Criminal Law Section at Central BBQ, providing updates on the work of their respective offices and the criminal justice system.
DA Mulroy discussed ongoing efforts to move cases through the system more efficiently, and both DA Mulroy and Public Defender Green answered questions from members of the audience about current challenges and opportunities within the criminal justice process.
Victim/Witness Coordinators Attend National Advocacy Conference
 (Pictured L-R): Victim/Witness Coordinators Jennifer Sims, Brianna Poole, Lois Lukaszewski, and Tiffany Armstrong
Our Victim/Witness Coordinators Jennifer Sims, Tiffany Armstrong, Lois Lukaszewski, and Brianna Poole recently attended the 2026 National Organization for Victim Advocacy (NOVA) Conference in Las Vegas.
The annual conference brought together victim advocacy professionals from across the country to share best practices, discuss emerging trends, and strengthen the resources available to support victims of crime.
According to the Shelby County District Attorney's Office, Martinez's defense attorneys had asked for a $150,000 bond, while the DA's Office pushed for no bond. The judge agreed with the DA's Office. |Memphis father accused of killing 3-year-old son denied bond| via ABC24
“And people who print these ballots — you’re on notice,” Mulroy said in the release. “Misleading voters is against the law and will be punished.”... John Marek filed a civil lawsuit in 2019 seeking a court order to stop the distribution of endorsement ballots for the nonpartisan 2019 city elections. |Endorsement ballots: A unique Memphis tradition| via Daily Memphian
TBI officials told ABC24 that at the request of District Attorney Steve Mulroy, TBI was asked to investigate the circumstances of the death in custody. |Family of pretrial inmate who died in police custody suing Shelby County, jail staff| via ABC24
As Election Day approaches, Mulroy is urging voters to scrutinize any sample ballot they receive in the mail, at early voting locations, or outside polling places.
“My strong advice to voters is to carefully scrutinize any of these endorsement ballots that are handed to them during early voting or on Election Day, or that they receive in the mailbox,” Mulroy said.
He encouraged voters to look beyond party logos, slogans and the word “official,” and instead verify exactly who is endorsing the candidates listed. |DA warns of ‘deceptive’ ballots as Shelby County early voting nears end| via Fox13
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